Erica coordinates content media for the coalition. Her passion for student leadership stems from her six years of serving on the Capistrano Youth Advisory Board, leading the commission as Chairwoman when she was 15 years old.

Gavin Kelleher, Media Relations Specialist

Gavin Kelleher manages OC Students For City Council communication with the public. Outside of our coalition, Gavin is the Editor in Chief of the Triton Times and has been with the paper since August of 2016.

Jackson Hinkle, Co-Founder & Candidate

As a San Clemente resident, Jackson has long been a witness to the lack of comprehensive leadership on his town's city council. Jackson decided to start Orange County Students For City Council to revolutionize local politics, underscore the importance of youth representation in government, and empower youth across the globe.

Jake Rybczyk, Co-Founder & Candidate

As an active member of the Orange County Community, Jake believes in spreading his passion for democracy all across the county. Jake believes that in 2018, a tsunami of change is bound for Orange County and now is the time to join that momentum. Jake believes in the work, bold ideas and fresh leadership of the youth to direct the forces for positive change.

Perry Meade, Co-Founder & Coalition Campaign Oversight Director

Perry manages and oversees each campaign and works to establish partnerships with organizations and the community. Aside from the coalition, he serves as the Associated Student Government president at Saddleback College and is working towards getting affordable housing at the college, making the campus more sustainable, and enhancing civic engagement among students.